A Simple Way For Homeowners To Save On Their Annual Home Maintenance
Costs
One of the many preventative maintenance tasks homeowners conduct each year is having
their chimney swept. This is both a costly and dangerous job—which can be almost eliminated
with...
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A Simple Way For Homeowners To Save On Their Annual Home Maintenance
Costs
One of the many preventative maintenance tasks homeowners conduct each year is having
their chimney swept. This is both a costly and dangerous job—which can be almost eliminated
with a simple alternative.
Homeowners who have a fireplace must invest in an annual inspection to ensure their fireplace
does not have any cracks, blockages, pest infestation, or too much creosote buildup. While the
annual inspection is a must have to ensure that your chimney is sound, it often leads to an
additional expense of having the chimney swept too.
Having a chimney swept costs an average of $400-$600 if done professionally. Having a
chimney swept is recommended once the creosote buildup has reached 1/8” buildup—and
sometimes even if less than 1/8”. A buildup of creosote increases your risk of a dangerous
chimney fire that can spread throughout your home. While sweeping a chimney is something
homeowners can do themselves, it is a
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